Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

to-sow-your-oats

idiom

/təˈsoʊ jʊər oʊts/

Definition

To engage in youthful explorations or enjoy romantic or sexual experiences.

Examples

After college, he decided it was time to sow his oats before thinking about marriage.
She traveled the world and had many adventures to sow her oats during her twenties.

Meaning

This phrase typically refers to a stage in life, particularly in young adulthood, where one seeks to have various experiences and relationships before settling down.